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Is a D Color Flawless Diamond Worth the Price?
A D color flawless diamond has the highest color and clarity grade — and the biggest price tag. Are these premium diamonds worth the extra money?
Rose Quartz Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
A popular variety of colored quartz, rose quartz makes a durable jewelry stone. Although commonly cabbed and carved, more transparent material can also be faceted.
Gemstone Certificates
Can you rely on gemstone certificates to reveal everything that can affect the value of pricey gems? Learn what to look for when you have a gem certified.
Ruby and Sapphire Survey: Where Do You Draw the Line?
Our survey asked for your input on the age-old question: where is the line between ruby and sapphire? The results may surprise you.
Rubellite Tourmaline Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Rubellites are tourmalines with reasonably saturated dark pink to red colors and medium to dark tones. They make excellent jewelry stones, and ruby-red colored specimens without orange or brown overtones are highly prized.
Chinese Checker: Online Faceting Designs and Diagrams
Many square gem designs lack appeal because they’re not very bright. Jeff Graham’s Chinese Checker cut combines good light return with a square outline.
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